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Title: Beacon-Light: The Life of William Borden (1887-1913) By: Kevin Belmonte Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 288 Vendor: Christian Focus Publication Date: 2021 | Dimensions: 8.5 X 5.4 (inches) Weight: 14 ounces ISBN: 1527107191 ISBN-13: 9781527107199 Stock No: WW7107199 |
The fascinating story of a young millionaire whose short life was lived in the service of his Lord
Although William Borden was taken from this world at the young age of 25, the years he lived were full of dedication to serve. Kevin Belmonte draws on letters, quotations and images to paint a unique picture of Williams life of commitment to God, delving into the ways vital truth, as William called it, was the star he reckoned by. In the telling of the life story of William Borden, there is much to learn about living a life of devotion to God. The desire to live for Christ guided and shaped Williams life, from his school days, right up until his death.
With insightful extracts of letters and telling photos, the reader is taken on a journey through Williams life, from The Hill School, to Yale, to Princeton Seminary, and the beginning of his missionary training. Reading this book will give a wonderful view into Bordens world, to know something of the voices and scenes he knew. A vital part of Williams life was his Morning Watch (or what he also called his breakfast) feeding on and contemplating the Word of God and growing deeper in his faith. Its a privilege to have this unique insight into his life, and an inspiration for readers to strive to live such a life of devotion themselves.
having been given the gift of this book, I am freshly reminded of the gift Borden was to so many, including many like me, who read about him decades after his death. His story ranks with those of George Liele, Adoniram Judson, Lottie Moon, John Paton, Jim Elliot and others whove left home to make Christ known to all.
-- Mark Dever (Senior Pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church and President, 9Marks.org, Washington, DC)With words carefully chosen and lovingly placed, Kevin Belmonte reverently tells the story of a short life lived brilliantly in service of God and Gods own. Belmontes Borden inspires and summons the reader to the noble destiny of being called by God to brightly bear Gods image in a world bedimmed and belittled by lesser aspirations.
-- Steve Bell (Singer/songwriter)William Bordens life and example hearken back to earlier figures in the Christian tradition: he was a latterday David Brainerd, motivated by a selfsacrificial missionary zeal
-- Kenneth P. Minkema (Jonathan Edwards Center, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut )I wish every Christian college student would read this book. Life does not begin after college and graduate school. Life is now! The world awaits your impact!
-- Gary D. Chapman (Author of the New York Times No. 1 bestseller The 5 Love Languages)Kevin Belmontes marvelous portrait of William Borden, the millionaire missionary, not only inspires, but wistfully captures the time of a faithprompted generation: one that modeled a decency, decorum, and dedication for which our hearts so yearn.
-- LaGard Smith (Former Professor of Law, Faulkner University, Montgomery, Alabama)This book is an Olympian achievement: biography at its best, a very compelling and inspiring read.
-- David Naugle (Author of Worldview: History of a Concept, Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, Texas)Kevin Belmonte has done something remarkable. Hes taken a figure history had virtually forgotten, and revealed a man whose commitment and actions literally transformed the world around him. This is a life changing story that our culture today needs to know.
-- Phil Cooke (Filmmaker, media consultant, and author of The Way Back)William Borden had the whole world open to him; but risked everything to follow the call of Gods love and share the gospel with those who needed to hear it. Our hope is that this book will lead each of us to consider Gods call, and what He may ask us to undertake.
-- James and Lisa Dougherty (CoDirectors, Overseas Missionary Fellowship (US))An insightful, beautifully written, inspiring account of a remarkable life. Its simply outstanding!
-- Trent Sheppard (Author of God on Campus and The Jesus Journey)In the tradition of Chariots of Fire and Eric Liddell, William Bordens story reveals the hand of God at work in a remarkable way Kevin Belmonte has brought to life another story from history that we desperately need today.
-- Chris Fabry (Moody Radio, host of Chris Fabry Live)In the pages of this book, its wonderful to see how much Kevin Belmonte has uncovered regarding this extraordinary man.
-- Gail Borden (Member of the extended Borden family)in this engaging new biography by Kevin Belmonte, Borden of Yale comes to life again for another generation. A book to inspire and encourage followers of Jesus everywhere
-- Timothy George (Founding Dean of Beeson Divinity School, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama)William Bordens story will spur and encourage all of us to go into all the world to preach Gods Word, in word and deed
-- The Honorable Jim Ryun (Former Member of Congress, 3 Time Olympian, and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom)a vivid, cinematic telling of William Bordens life, his deep compassion, and the large circle of his friendships. Faith illumined his brief but vibrant life. In the ivy halls of college, and beyond, he knew the True North of belief.
-- Kelly Monroe Kullberg (Editor and coauthor of Finding God at Harvard, founder of The Veritas Forum)Like a note sung and reverberating through a great cathedral space, his short life continues to reverberate into the modern missionary movement. There is no better biographer than Kevin Belmonte to keep Bordens beautiful song continuing.
-- Jeff Johnson (Awardwinning musician)For readers in the UK and places beyond, Kevin Belmontes well researched and stirring narrative of William Bordens life will inspire a new generation to follow Christ courageously, and without reserve.
-- Alan Taylor (Church Leader, England)No one represented The Hill School motto, Whatsoever Things Are True more than William Borden. His life, sacrifice, and many contributions unfold in this excellent biography.
-- Louis E. Jeffries (Archivist and Librarian, The Hill School (William Bordens prep school), Pottstown, Pennsylvania)The life of William Borden has inspired my faith and walk with God since I first read his story as a young girl. I pray that this biography will inspire a new generation to follow in the steps of Bordens wholehearted, singlefocused devotion to Christ, to choose Him above all this world has to offer, and to live their lives with eternity always in view.
-- Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth (Author and founder & host of Revive Our Hearts)It was said of William Borden, thousands will thank God that he lived. But how will the thousands of our own time be able to thank God for someone whose name they may not know? That is where Kevin Belmonte comes in. He rescues exemplary saints from the shadows of history. He gives us the lives of people like Borden for us to savor, and most especially, to join the thousands in thanking God for. This is a masterful book.
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